MUMBAI: Teja Sajja, currently riding the success wave of the superhero film HanuMan, directed by Prasanth Varma, recently shared insights into his journey, revealing that he declined around 70-75 film opportunities spanning two and a half years to fully commit to HanuMan's development.

In an interview with 123telugu, Teja disclosed that he rejected dozens of film offers during this period, emphasizing his dedication to the superhero flick. Notably, around 15 of these projects exhibited substantial potential. The actor also highlighted his extensive involvement in HanuMan, having undergone approximately 25 screen tests, a significantly higher number than the usual practice for actors auditioning for a role.

Teja Sajja went above and beyond for the film, performing all stunts without a body double or relying on visual effects. He further showcased his commitment by learning to scuba dive for underwater sequences in HanuMan.

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The film, a collaboration between Prasanth Varma and Teja Sajja, follows their successful partnership in the 2021 action comedy Zombie Reddy. The cast includes Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Amritha Aiyer, Vinay Rai, Vennela Kishore, and others. Set in the fictional world of Anjanadri, HanuMan narrates the journey of a petty thief, Hanumanthu, who gains extraordinary powers after discovering a mystical gem. The storyline explores how he utilizes these powers and the challenges he confronts.

At the film's gratitude meeting, director Prasanth Varma expressed gratitude to Ravi Teja for lending his voice to the character of Koti, a monkey. He also hinted at a sequel titled Jai HanuMan, promising the audience more superhero adventures.

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